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Pistachio Pudding Cookies

Chewy Pistachio Pudding Cookies to Brighten Your Day

These Chewy Pistachio Pudding Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a nutty flavor and charming green hue, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 box Instant Pistachio Pudding Mix dry, from the packet
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract can substitute vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour spoon-and-level method
  • 1 teaspoon Green Food Coloring optional

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the Butter: Beat the softened butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Mix in the Sugars and Flavors: Add powdered sugar, pistachio pudding mix, almond extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring. Mix on low until combined.
  3. Incorporate the Flour: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated.
  4. Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop the Cookie Dough: Form the dough into balls of about 1.5 tablespoons and place spaced 1 inch apart on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 11-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are slightly puffy.
  8. Cool Before Serving: Allow to cool on the sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any festive occasion and pair well with a warm cup of tea.

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